Their new northern Minnesota home sported a leaky roof, broken windows, and un-insulated walls in sub-zero temperatures. They faced lonely days in a strange community, and paying the bills was a struggle. But George and Dorothy Zook joined the mission work in faith, believing that if they did their part, God would do His.

Patiently they reached out to neighbors and townspeople, visiting them, helping them, and inviting them to church. Little by little the barriers of suspicion and awkwardness melted away. Slowly church attendance grew and lives were influenced. And one of those influenced hearts decided to write a book. This is that book.

Because They Cared is a tribute to George and Dorothy, two people who trusted in God, loved a community, and pointed them to Christ the Saviour.